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Etzebeth: ‘Incredible’ Siya isn’t a joke

Eben Etzebeth has extolled the special qualities of Siya Masuku, as the Sharks stand on the cusp of European cup history thanks to the flyhalf’s standout performances.

Watch: Bok champion bruisers collide

Eben Etzebeth bounces Bismarck du Plessis, while Siya Kolisi charges through Wales scrumhalf Tomos Williams in this compilation of rampaging runs and powerful fends.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 04: Eben Etzebeth of Hollywoodbets Sharks with team-mate Makazole Mapimpi after the latter scores his side's third try during the EPCR Challenge Cup Semi Final match between Hollywoodbets Sharks and ASM Clermont Auvergne at Twickenham Stoop on May 04, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Patrick Khachfe/Getty Images)

Sharks sweat over crocked Boks

Double world champions Eben Etzebeth, Lukhanyo Am and Vincent Koch are all fitness concerns for the Sharks after Saturday’s defeat to Benetton in Durban.

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Eben didn’t want Sharks to be SA’s ‘laughing stock’

Aphelele Fassi has lifted the lid on how harsh words from Eben Etzebeth and the Springboks helped the Sharks turn their struggling campaign into a European final.

PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 28: Deon Fourie of South Africa is tackled by Ethan de Groot of New Zealand during the Rugby World Cup France 2023 Gold Final match between New Zealand and South Africa at Stade de France on October 28, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Craig Mercer/MB Media/Getty Images)

Eben: ‘Underrated’ Fourie is a real fighter

As Deon Fourie nurses his way back from knee surgery, fellow Springbok world champion Eben Etzebeth has shed light on what drives the veteran utility forward.

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Eben fires shots at ‘arrogant’ Ireland

Eben Etzebeth has stoked the fire for Ireland’s tour of South Africa by accusing Andy Farrell’s side of arrogance following the World Cup clash with the Springboks.

Nienaber, Kolisi up for top SA awards

Jacques Nienaber and Springbok captain Siya Kolisi are among the eight nominees from rugby in 22 categories of the 17th annual SA Sport Awards announced this week.

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - APRIL 11: Eben Etzebeth of the Hollywoodbets Sharks during the Hollywoodbets Sharks training session at Hollywoodbets Kings Park Stadium on April 11, 2024 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images)

Etzebeth: Sharks can’t be the laughing stock

Eben Etzebeth doesn’t mince his words as members of the Sharks team reflect on a rollercoaster season for the coastal franchise.

Etzebeth not fazed by Bok captaincy talk

Eben Etzebeth has emphasised team unity and success amid the Springbok skipper speculation, yet the two-time world champion says it would be “great” if he got the job.